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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Leicestershire

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Leicestershire?

Average base salary in Leicestershire

£60,000 per year

per year in Leicestershire · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£49,920 per year£60,000 per year£78,720 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Leicestershire is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Leicestershire

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Leicestershire and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Leicestershire This location£60,000 per yearView jobs
Leeds£60,000 per yearView jobs
Leicester£60,000 per yearView jobs
Leek£59,375 per yearView jobs
Leigh£59,375 per yearView jobs
Lerwick£59,375 per yearView jobs
Letchworth£59,375 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Deputy Headteacher get paid in Leicestershire?

Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Leicestershire

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Leicestershire?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Leicestershire is £60,000 per year, typically ranging from £49,920 per year to £78,720 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leicestershire a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Leicestershire tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for deputy headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy headteachers in Leicestershire?

Live deputy headteacher openings in Leicestershire rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a deputy headteacher in Leicestershire increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Leicestershire typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L27, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between deputy headteacher pay in Leicestershire and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Leicestershire it's £60,000 per year — a discount of £2,500 per year versus the UK average.

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